Room by Room: The Perfect Scent for Every Space in Your Home
Not every scent suits every room. Our room-by-room guide matches the right aromas to your kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, home office and even your car.
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A 20-Minute Evening Ritual to Help You Switch Off
Struggle to switch off after a busy day? Try our simple 20-minute evening wind-down ritual using scent, warm light and a few small habits.
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Scented Gift Ideas for Every Occasion
Birthdays, housewarmings, thank yous and anniversaries. Our pick of thoughtful scented gifts for every occasion, plus tips for choosing a scent for someone else.
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The VivaForte Christmas Gift Guide: Thoughtful Gifts for Everyone
Stuck for Christmas ideas? Our gift guide has thoughtful aromatherapy presents for every person on your list, from stocking fillers under €10 to luxurious treats.
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Scent and Memory: Why a Smell Can Take You Straight Back
Why does one sniff of sun cream take you back to childhood holidays? Discover the fascinating link between scent, memory and emotion, plus a fun way to create new scent memories.
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Scent Families Explained: Find Your Aroma Personality
Citrus, floral, herbal, woody, spicy or resinous? Discover the six essential oil scent families, what they smell like, how they blend and which one suits you.
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Carrier Oils and Dilution Made Easy (with a Handy Drops Chart)
How many drops of essential oil go into 10ml of carrier oil? Our simple dilution chart, plus a guide to sweet almond, jojoba and other carrier oils.
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12 Diffuser Recipes for Every Mood and Moment
From a sunny Saturday morning to a cosy movie night, here are 12 easy diffuser recipes using favourite essential oils. Each one is for a standard 100 to 200ml diffuser.
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How to Use an Essential Oil Diffuser (and How Many Drops)
How many drops go in a diffuser? How long should it run? How do you clean it? A simple step-by-step guide to getting the best from your essential oil diffuser.
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Citrus Oils and Sunshine: A Simple Guide to Photosensitivity
Why bergamot, lemon and lime need care in the sun, which citrus oils are safe for daytime skin use, and simple sunshine rules for life on the Mediterranean.
